Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
polycarpus
ID:
313658

Status:
valid

Authors:
(H.Karst.) Hook.f.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1873

Citation Micro:
Gen. Pl. 2: 84 (1873)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000312990

Common Names

  • Sphinctanthus polycarpus
  • Many-fruited False Buttonweed
  • Many-fruited False-Buttonweed

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Synonyms

  • Conosiphon polycarpus H.Karst. [valid]
  • Alibertia pedicellata Wernham [valid]

Description

Sphinctanthus polycarpus (also called Polycarp False Buttonweed, among many other common names) is a small herbaceous plant native to the Caribbean and Central America. It has small white flowers and grows in wet areas such as marshes and swamps.

Uses & Benefits

Sphinctanthus polycarpus is used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, headaches, and digestive problems. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Sphinctanthus polycarpus is a yellow, tubular flower with five lobes. The seed is a small, black, bean-like seed. The seedlings are small, with oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sphinctanthus polycarpus is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It grows best in full sun to partial shade and prefers moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be propagated by seed, cuttings, or division.

Where to Find Sphinctanthus polycarpus

Sphinctanthus polycarpus can be found in tropical forests in South and Central America.

Sphinctanthus polycarpus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sphinctanthus polycarpus?

Sphinctanthus polycarpus

What is the common name of Sphinctanthus polycarpus?

Many-fruited Sphinctanthus

What is the natural habitat of Sphinctanthus polycarpus?

It is found in moist, shady areas, such as along streams, in swamps, and in disturbed areas.

Species in the Rubiaceae family

Acranthera abbreviata, Acranthera anamallica, Acranthera athroophlebia, Acranthera atropella, Acranthera aurantiaca, Acranthera axilliflora, Acranthera bullata, Acranthera capitata, Acranthera ceylanica, Acranthera didymocarpa, Acranthera endertii, Acranthera frutescens, Acranthera grandiflora, Acranthera hallieri, Acranthera hirtostipula, Acranthera involucrata, Acranthera johannis-winkleri, Acranthera lanceolata, Acranthera longipes, Acranthera longipetiolata, Acranthera maculata, Acranthera megaphylla, Acranthera monantha, Acranthera nieuwenhuisii, Acranthera ophiorhizoides, Acranthera parviflora, Acranthera philippensis, Acranthera ruttenii, Acranthera salmonea, Acranthera siamensis, Acranthera siliquosa, Acranthera simalurensis, Acranthera sinensis, Acranthera strigosa, Acranthera tomentosa, Acranthera variegata, Acranthera velutinervia, Acranthera yatesii, Acranthera philippinensis, Acranthera burmanica, Acranthera virescens, Acranthera hoangii, Acranthera collina, Acrobotrys discolor, Acrosynanthus jamaicensis, Acrosynanthus latifolius, Acrosynanthus minor, Acrosynanthus ovatus, Acrosynanthus parvifolius, Acrosynanthus revolutus,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-194098: Based on the initial data import
Joseph Dalton Hooker (1817-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.f.' in the authors string.
Gustav Karl Wilhelm Hermann Karsten (1817-1908): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Karst.' in the authors string.